Valentine Card, Vintage 1950s, For Teacher French Policeman Gilded, Unused, Ephemera

A French policeman directs traffic on this gilded “For Teacher” Valentine — a small dose of Parisian charm for the classroom.

• Maker: Unknown
• Materials: Card stock, gilded
• Dimensions: 6.25 × 3 inches
• Origin: USA
• Era: Vintage 1950s
• Condition: New old stock — never used; paper has yellowed slightly, consistent with age; no envelope. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

This gilded Valentine's Day card, made “For Teacher,” features an illustration of a French policeman directing traffic. No envelope included.

A fun pick for a teacher, a greeting card collector, or anyone who loves a whimsical illustration.

Valentine's Day cards made “For Teacher” were a mid-century classroom staple, sold in enormous variety by dozens of small and large card companies alike. Illustrators of the era often reached for playful, offbeat imagery — like this whimsical French policeman — to give an otherwise ordinary card a bit of personality. Gilded details like the ones on this piece were a common way to dress up an inexpensive card for a special occasion.

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